Architect Sou Fujimoto, who designed the large roof ring of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, appears in “architects magazine” Vol. 46
Creek & River, Inc. Press Release: October 31, 2025 Architect Sou Fujimoto, who designed the large roof ring of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, appears in Vol. 46 of “architects magazine.”
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https://www.arc-agency.jp/magazine In “Portraits of Architects,” a popular series exclusive to Human Document Magazine, we feature Sou Fujimoto, the architect behind the iconic “Large Ring Roof” that was the symbol of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, which attracted over 25.5 million visitors and generated a great deal of buzz. He discusses how the “separate yet united” social and architectural model was established. The special feature includes “An Extremely Seller’s Market: Here’s a Job That Won’t Be Taken Away by AI: Architectural Facilities Design x Career Tips,” which explores the appeal and careers of facilities design, which is in high demand in the construction industry. We introduce annual salaries, working styles, necessary qualifications, and the benefits of changing careers. We also feature Sato Sogo Keikaku Co., Ltd., a pioneering architectural firm founded 80 years ago that has worked on public buildings, art museums, and even large-scale stadiums. We also interview Toshiki Kato, CEO of SAMURAI ARCHITECTS Co., Ltd., visit the office of Intelix Space Design Co., Ltd., and cover Kasumigaseki Capital Co., Ltd., a front-line producer in the production department. This issue, once again, focuses on the life views and efforts of leading professionals in the architecture industry, providing concrete examples of how to improve your skills and practical work, covering the industry from various perspectives. We hope you’ll give it a read. Information on “architects magazine” Vol.46 【Content】 [Portrait of an Architect] Sou Fujimoto (President of Sou Fujimoto Architects) [Architectural Equipment Design x Career Tips] A super seller’s market. Here’s a job that won’t be taken over by AI [Up-and-coming] SAMURAI ARCHITECTS [Office Visit] Interix Space Design [The Front Line of the Production Department] Kasumigaseki Capital [Office Visit] Sato Associates [Back Issue Information] Inaugural Issue January 20, 2014 – Inaugural Issue July 20, 2025, Vol. 45 =========== ========================= Publication Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 Format: Modified A4 Edited and : Creek & River Co., Ltd., “architects magazine” Editorial Department Publisher: Kurosaki Jun Editor: Yoichiro Shimatani Editorial direction and design: ArchiTap LLC Circulation: 10,000 copies Publication date: Quarterly (scheduled for October, January, April, and July) Price: 524 yen (477 yen consumption tax)